ACT Awards

Male / Female

The top male and top female athlete (through accumulation of points throughout the season) will be crowned Age Group MVT (most valuable triathlete)

To recognise the “best performed” Para-Triathlete achievement in the sport of triathlon and its related disciplines of duathlon and aquathlon.

To recognise the important role that coaches play in athletic performance and to specifically recognise a coach or coaches who have made an outstanding contribution to the performance of an athlete or group of athletes competing at the Elite or Professional level.

This award will be given for outstanding performances by a ACT Triathlon member competing as an age group competitor locally, nationally or internationally. The award recognises exceptional athletic achievement in the sport of triathlon and its related multisport disciplines by an ACT athlete competing in their age group at the age group level. Athletes competing in open or professional events are not eligible for this award. 

The Club Coach of the Year Award aims to celebrate the significant impact coaches have on fostering triathlon communities by cultivating triathlon skills, fitness, and athletic performance within a club setting. This award honours coaches who not only excel in enhancing athletic abilities but also demonstrate a commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles, building coaching capacity, and driving the overall growth and success of triathlon within their club and the broader community. The Club Coach of the Year embodies the values of leadership, mentorship, and dedication to advancing the sport of triathlon at the grassroots level.

This award aims to highlight the journey of individuals who have embraced triathlon as beginners, showcasing their determination, progress, and positive influence within their club and the broader novice triathlon community. The Novice of the Year recipient embodies the spirit of growth, camaraderie, and personal achievement that defines the novice triathlon experience.

The Rising Star Award recognises the achievements of an Age Group triathlete (non-Elite and non-Professional) who has demonstrated marked improvement in their race performance in multisport events (triathlon, cross triathlon, aquathlon, duathlon, etc.) throughout the year.

The Spirit of Triathlon Award recognises a AusTriathlon member holding a current membership of any level (including social), who has exemplified the true essence and values of multisport. This award recognises an individual who demonstrates exceptional sportsmanship, passion, and dedication, contributing positively to the triathlon community in the ACT.

To recognise the outstanding contribution of one or more people to the sport of triathlon in the ACT, recognising that without the contribution of such people it would not be possible for ACT Triathlon to perform in the way that it does.